How to Get Through Winter Break with Dietary Restrictions

It’s that time of the year around post-Thanksgiving and pre-New Year when we all get the opportunity to rest. However, some people celebrate certain holidays where eating is abundant. Whether you’re celebrating a postponed friendsgiving, Christmas dinner or a family gathering, here’s how you can survive with minimal pain.

Read labels!!

It’s time consuming, but reading labels and knowing your restrictions are the best way to avoid incidents.

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Bring your own food!

This way, you can get what you want and people won’t take it.

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If friends/family are making food, ask them to make a small portion per your restrictions.

It doesn’t hurt to ask! If someone’s making mashed potatoes and you’re dairy-free, ask for potatoes with almond milk and lactose free butter!

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If all else fails, always keep a snack with you.

My go-to snack is saltines…

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Happy Holidays and best of luck!

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